About the YCARC

“To further the exchange of amateur radio information and cooperation between club members and the community, to promote amateur radio knowledge, individual operating efficiency, friendship, and to grow the Amateur Radio Service”

Founded in the 1980s, the York County Radio Club is a group of amateur radio enthusiasts who enjoy camaraderie, exploring electronics, and venturing out into Maine’s beautiful landscape.

Learn more about our history and activities on our About Us page.

Join us!

Membership is open to all. A ham license is not required, however voting privileges are reserved for full members with licenses.

• A free, first year membership is given to any newly licensed ham.
• Membership renewal is January.

No obligation: Guests are always welcome to attend events!

Nets

Weekly FM Net
Thursdays at 6:00 PM
Repeaters alternate weekly:

• 1st, 3rd & 5th Thursdays
  Frequency: 147.345 MHz+
  Tone: 123 Hz CTCSS
• 2nd and 4th Thursdays
  Frequency: 145.410 MHz+ FM
  Tone: 103.5 Hz CTCSS

Many members monitor these repeaters for casual conversation or emergency calls. EchoLink node KC1JMH-L is available on net nights.

Weekly YCQRS CW Net
Thursdays, 7:00 PM Eastern
Frequency: ~7.118 MHz (± QRM) CW

Practice your CW / Morse Code skills with no judgement, at your speed. See here for more info and a sound sample.

Bi-Weekly DMR Net
2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 7 PM Eastern
Frequency: 145.110 MHz- DMR CC 4
Talk Group: 9 Local, Time Slot 2

Want to learn more?

• Want to explore the science of radio?
• Curious how electronic circuits work?
• Looking to make some new friends with common interests?
• Do you want an excuse to get outdoors, and go on an adventure?
• Unlock a world of possibilities with amateur radio!